Learning in Retirement 2021 - 2022 Steering Committee Officers
Jim Krueger, President Jerry Lang, Vice President
Kathi Sawall, Secretary Terrie Kragenbrink, Treasurer
Committee Chairs
Administrative / Finance Curriculum Jerry Lang Lee Prellwitz
Membership/Promotion
We Need YOU!
If you are willing to help with this committee, please contact Jim Krueger.
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From the President
To the Members of LIR:
LIR stands ready for the second year of education and entertainment during the pandemic era. Congratulations are in order for staff, committee members and you, the membership, for a successful, and gratifying year. The organization is equipped with new skills and a great deal of hard-won experience. Some members have found the virtual sessions to have benefits (no need for travel, avoidance of inclement weather, unlimited room for attendance, etc.), and others have found the virtual mechanism to be off-putting and awkward. Both responses are legitimate.
As the membership has expressed the desire for in-person activities for the coming year, staff has been busy finding suitable venues for in-person sessions. The locations that we have used for years are similarly challenged to offer space for us safely and appropriately. If we had more resources, LIR would be truly pleased to offer simultaneous in-person and virtual sessions, but that is not possible. Each program will be offered in either virtual or in-person forms, but not both. This catalog will make that clear so you can make your choices.
In addition, the venues, and our sponsoring partner UWO, will have opinions as to the use of the familiar methods to avoid transfer of infection. The survey earlier in the summer showed a 99% vaccination rate in the members who answered the survey, a very encouraging result. For those who have not obtained a vaccination, all public health organizations have been clear about the advantage. For those who wish to augment protection during in-person sessions by voluntarily wearing a mask, feal free to do so.
Choosing a strategy for tour resumption has proven to be more difficult. For now, we will offer two trips to Mosquito Hill, as this is familiar to the membership. A meal will not be part of the tour.
Of course, if there is resurgence in Covid-19 there may need to be a return to virtual sessions. Our presenters are ready to do so. We approach this year with optimism and hope to see all of you online or in person to continue the mission of LIR.
Jim Krueger President
LIR’s connection to the UW Oshkosh campus is through the Division of Online and Continuing Education office. OCE is located in Lincoln Hall on the UWO campus. You may contact us through e-mail at [email protected] or call at 920/424-0876.
UW Oshkosh - OCE / LIR 800 Algoma Boulevard Oshkosh, WI 54901
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About Learning in Retirement & Membership
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Learning in Retirement (LIR) is a self-directed, membership-based association, offering learning opportunities to its members. Members choose course topics, organize course, lead discussion groups, and participate in peer teaching/learning. There are classes and instructors, but no tests or grades. LIR is affiliated with UWO’s Division of Online and Continuing Education (OCE) who hosts and provides administrative support to the program.
Membership: The annual membership fee for LIR is $100. Membership year is July 1 thru June 30. You will receive a new catalog and membership renewal information in July each year.
Your LIR Membership fee of $100 includes attendance at unlimited programs for one academic year July 1 – June 30, including: . Learning sessions led by experts in their fields; . Member-led interest/study groups; . Member taught learning sessions; . Tours of local business and industry; and . The ability to take part in on and off-campus performances (theater and music) and coach bus trips to enjoy museums, gardens, and local cuisine. (These often have an extra charge for tickets, admittance fees, food, and transportation).
New members may join at any time. You may register on-line and pay at www.uwosh.edu/lir. Click on “Become a Member or Renew Your Membership” or mail your completed membership form along with a check to the LIR office. Credit / Debit card payments may only be accepted electronically.
How to Register for Programs
ON–LINE: Register on-line day or night by going to: www.uwosh.edu/lir. Under “Curriculum Offerings” click on the “Register” button. You will be redirected to the online registration site. Please note: Continuing Ed has implemented a new registration software system. It may look different; however, you are still able and encouraged to register on-line.
MAIL: Complete the registration form and mail it to the LIR office see page 2 for address.
COVID-19 Updates
As requested, best efforts were made to accommodate in-person programming. At any time, things may change and require LIR to return to virtual programming. Please check your emails regularly, as changes may happen without very much notice.
There is a 50-person capacity at many venues. This limit was put in place to provide some level of distancing for your safety, and to accommodate a portion of the venue’s residents/guests. We encourage you to register only for the programs you will attend.
Venues may require masks and/or check-in protocols. Please be prepared to wear a mask if requested and be patient as check-in may take time. Check-in instructions (if any) will be emailed in advance of the program.
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Special Interest Groups
1) Readers’ Choice Love books and reading? Group participants decide on the selection of books to read and discuss. Dates: Wednesdays, September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1, and January 5 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm Coordinator: Lee Prellwitz Note: This group meets virtually and is separate from the Evergreen resident’s group.
2) Garden Group Experts will present on a variety of gardening and landscape topics. Field trips to area nurseries and gardens are a favorite activity. Group participants decide on the programming and activities. Dates: Fridays, September 10, October 1, November 5, and December 3 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Coordinators: Debby Butch
3) Life Story Writing Group Reflect on your life and write autobiographical stories that focus on aspects of those memories. The focus of this group is to share your personal writing and offer feedback to one another. Some helpful writing resources will be supplied. Participants will receive monthly writing prompts or themes to use but are free to write on any topic. Dates: Tuesdays, September 28, October 26, November 23, December 28, January 25 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Coordinator: Helen Adams and Marsha Rossiter Limit: 15 Participants
Courses
4) Changes in Policing Over the Last 35 Years Chief Todd Thomas of the Appleton Police Department will be talking about the changes he has seen in police practices over the last 35 years, and how they’re affecting policing in general, including: 1) The changes in technology and how that has impacted what an officer does and how the criminals use them; 2) The expectations changing for police; and 3) The importance of law enforcement staying out of and not being allowed to be used politically. Chief Thomas encourages everyone to bring questions to this presentation. Date: Tuesday, September 7, 2021 Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm Presenter: Todd L. Thomas, Chief of Police, City of Appleton Coordinator: Jerry Lang Location: Oak Park Place – Brin Hall, Menasha, Maximum: 100
5) Huey: Saving an Icon of the Vietnam War. EAA Aviation Museum Staffer Chris Henry discusses the incredible adventure experienced in working to obtain a Vietnam era UH-1 Huey helicopter for the museum and the amazing stories this airframe symbolizes. Date: Thursday, September 9, 2021 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am. Presenter: Chris Henry, EAA Aviation Museum Programs Coordinator Coordinator: Barb Schmitz Location: Oshkosh Seniors Center South Building, Maximum: 50
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6) Interplay between Medications and Nutrition Join Dr. Allen as he explores the interplay between medications and nutrition. Did you know many common medications may create a decreased and/or increased need for certain nutrients? He will explain how this happens along with other ways medication can affect nutrition. Date: Tuesday, September 14, 2021 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Presenter: Dr. JJ Allen PharmD, CISSN, Hometown Pharmacy (Sawyer St, Oshkosh) Coordinator: Mary Bayorgeon Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
7) William Shakespeare's play "The Winter's Tale" (1610-1611) and its resonance with our contemporary lives Despite life-long friendships, the royal leaders--and their wives and servants and children--inevitably get caught up in anger, fantasy, and irrationality--as well as major moments of competition that solve nothing. In "The Winter's Tale" pride fosters malicious scorn and personal despair among the characters. The result is political and personal family breakdown (possibly reminding us of the chaos of governing we experienced this year) as well as abundant scenes of unsubstantiated accusations and jealous mistrust. Our group discussions aim to be fascinating, engaging, delightful, and friendly! Book Source: Folger Shakespeare Library: The Winter's Tale by William Shakespeare. Simon and Schuster Paperback, 2009, $5.99. Please use this edition so that everyone can easily find what page we are discussing as we move through the play. Dates: Thursdays, September 16, September 23, October 7, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Vivian Foss, Ph.D., Retired from UW-Oshkosh English Dept Coordinator: Kathy Larson Location: UWO Lincoln Hall, Maximum: 24
8) Corrections in Wisconsin – Where we are now and where should we go from here? Representative Schraa will describe the current challenges and conditions of corrections in Wisconsin and where we are headed going into the future. These challenges include vacancy rates among correctional officers and solutions needed to bring in new employees. He will also address the situation of criminal justice reform in Wisconsin and the current makeup of the legislature. Date: Monday, September 27, 2021 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm Presenter: Rep. Michael Schraa, District 53, Chair of Assembly Committee on Corrections Coordinator: Jerry Lang Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
9) TOUR: Native Plants Through the Four Seasons While we often think of flowering plants as being their most showy and relevant (relative to their role as pollinators) during the summer months, it’s easy to lose sight of their subtle beauty and role in a healthy ecosystem throughout the entire year. This presentation by naturalist Mary Swifka from Mosquito Hill Nature Center will feature a variety of flowering plant groups native to Wisconsin, the unique characteristics that push them through the hard ground in spring, make them successful pollinators in summer, and prepare for and survive extreme dry and cold winter weather conditions. Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021 Time: Bus Arrives: 12 pm and Departs 12:15 pm; Program: 1:30 - 3:00 pm; ETA Return: 4 pm - see page 16 for details Presenter: Mary Swifka, Mosquito Hill Nature Center Staff Assistant Coordinator: Mary Shepard Cost: $30 Maximum: 35 participants LIR is affiliated with UW Oshkosh Division of Online and Continuing Education - Page | 5
10) It Seems Like Only Yesterday It Seems Like Only Yesterday is a new book by favorite Oshkosh area historian, Randy Domer. His talk features stories from that book that take place in and around Oshkosh. Date: Wednesday, October 6, 2021 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 pm Presenter: Randy Domer Coordinator: Jim Krueger Location: Miravida Living – Carmel Residence, Maximum: 50
11) E-book Publishing Online self-publishing is the vanity press of the 21st century. John writes books for his grandchildren. He will describe how he uses on-line tools like Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (because there’s a reason why Jeff Bezos is the richest guy in the world even after his divorce) and a graphic artist/designer for his books. Come learn more about his limited experience writing for fun and no profit. Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2021 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Presenter: John Zarbano, Retired UWO Theatre Department Coordinator: Mary Bayorgeon Location: Coughlin Center, Maximum: 50
12) Ranking the One-Term Presidents Assuming he does not win the presidency again in 2024, Donald Trump will be the USA's 13th one-term president. Many people think that one-term presidents have not had great impact on the nation, but nothing could be further from the truth. In this presentation, Dr. Palmeri ranks the one-termers from least to most impactful. The audience will learn how things we now take for granted--like the federal income tax or the idea that people with disabilities should not be discriminated against--were advocated by or signed into law by one-term presidents. Many other examples will be provided. Date: Thursday, October 14, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Dr. Tony Palmeri, UWO Communications Department Coordinator: Nathalie Moore Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
13) LIR PLAYTIME: “Moon for the Misbegotten” by Eugene O’Neill One night on an Irish tenant farm in 1923 Connecticut, two lost souls are searching for love. In Nobel Laureate, Eugene O’Neill’s touching and heartbreaking play, Josie is a lively, misunderstood woman with a sarcastic wit that hides her low self-esteem. It’s been a hard and lonely life, working the farm with her bullying and shaming father. When the farm’s owner, James “Jamie” Tyrone Jr. returns to the farm to settle his mother’s estate, he opens his heart to Josie. She tries to claim him as her own, but the drunken Jamie is drowning in the depths of self-pity and remorse. When the morning dawns, Josie picks up the pieces. Date: Sunday, October 17, 2021 Time: 2:00 Performance; Followed by a Talkback with director Jane Purse-Wiedenhoeft Location: UW Oshkosh Theatre Arts Center, 1010 Algoma Blvd. Coordinator: Mary Bayorgeon Cost: $9.00 Please note: There will not be a meal as part of this program. However, members can go out for lunch/brunch on their own before the play, if desired.
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14) AARP - Home Fit AARP surveys consistently find that older adults want to remain in their current homes and communities for as long as possible. Yet barely one percent of the nation’s housing supply contains any “universal design” elements — such as single story living or a sink that can be reached from a wheelchair. That’s where AARP HomeFit comes in. This presentation can help individuals and families make their current or future residence – or that of a loved one – their “lifelong home.” Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Darrin Wasniewski, Associate State Director, AARP Wisconsin Coordinator: Jerry Lang Location: Oshkosh Seniors Center South Building, Maximum: 50
15) Judicial Activism or Judicial Restraint – What does the US Constitution Require This program will look at the creation of the third branch of government and why Article III of the US Constitution was written the way it was. It will then look at the evolution of the power of the Supreme Court highlighting the various periods of Supreme Court history where the Court intervened in the commercial and social aspects of American life. Particular attention will be given to the activist judges that have utilize their position on the Court to develop standards of behavior and rules to be followed when the legislature failed to act or when the Court felt the legislature acted improperly. This examination will be counterbalanced with a look the jurists who fought to maintain the Court’s proper role as a settler of disputes not a creator of new laws. These were and are the voices of Judicial Restraint. Finally, the presentation will end with an examination of the current court and the current administration’s attempt to turn the Court from a neutral into a political institution. Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Steven R. Sorenson, Attorney, von Briesen & Roper, s.c. Coordinator: Jerry Lang Location: Coughlin Center, Maximum: 50
16) Life In The Fast Lane A 1976 UW-O Radio/TV/Film grad, John Close will share stories about how he used his degree to become a nationally known motorsports journalist, successful public relations/marketing specialist, and NASCAR race day competitor. Enjoy an inside look at professional auto racing as Close – an author of five NASCAR-themed books - takes you from the short-tracks of Wisconsin in the 1980s where he became friends with Badger State driving greats Dick Trickle, Alan Kulwicki, and Matt Kenseth, to the NASCAR garage area in the 1990s as a contemporary of stock car racing icons Dale Earnhardt, Neil Bonnett, Bill Elliott, and Rusty Wallace. Date: Friday, October 22, 2021 Time: 2:00 – 3:30 pm Presenter: John Close, Retired Motorsports Media/Marketing Specialist, NASCAR Race Day Coordinator: Jim Krueger Location: Sage Hall Room 1210, Maximum: 100 (There is a class until 1:40 pm, please do not arrive before 1:40 pm.)
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17) Lemurs, Chameleons, Baobab Trees, and more Mary Ann will be sharing photos from her 2008 trip to Madagascar, shortly before the 2009 nine-month coup that derailed an already meager tourist industry. Her daughter was serving in the Peace Corps there, and spoke the Malagasy language, which allowed them to experience some places and situations not common for tourists. Her slide show will highlight the people and their culture in both urban and rural settings and will feature many of the fascinating animals and plants which are unique to that island. Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2021 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm Speaker: Mary Ann Offer Coordinator: Nathalie Moore Location: Oshkosh Seniors Center South Building, Maximum: 50
18) Climate Change and Wildlife Behavior: Why the early bird might not necessarily get the worm Have you noticed that robins are arriving in your yard earlier than usual and that crocuses are poking out before they should? Climate change is affecting the phenology of many species, ranging from migrating whooping cranes to emerging insects. Phenology is the study of cyclic and seasonal behavior in plants and animals. This talk will describe some ways that climate change has affected the phenology of species in Wisconsin and around the world. Also hear how some animals are adapting to a changing world and these changes are affecting us. Date: Friday, October 29, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: M. McPhee, UWO Assoc. Professor of Environmental Studies & Biology Coordinator: Kathy Larson Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
19) TOUR: Snug Under the Snow: Hibernation and Torpor What happens to animals when the days get shorter, and the snow starts to fly? Many head for warmer climates. Others get ready for winter by putting on a thick coat of fur. Some animals head underground for a long winter’s nap. Sleeping all winter takes preparation and animals that hibernate begin preparing for it in the fall. Naturalist Mike Hibbard will discuss the survival phenomenon of hibernation and torpor among Wisconsin wildlife. Date: Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Time: Bus Arrives: 12 pm and Departs 12:15 pm; Program: 1:30 - 3:00 pm; ETA Return: 4 pm - see page 16 for details Presenter: Mike Hibbard, Director, Mosquito Hill Nature Center Coordinator: Mary Shepard Cost: $30 Maximum: 35 participants
20) Local Uses of Aerial Seeding and Spraying Program Damon Reabe, third-generation pilot, will describe their company’s roles in providing fast, accurate aerial application of seed, fertilizer and crop protection products vital for Sustainable Agriculture in Wisconsin. Date: Thursday, November 4, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Damon Reabe, President of Dairyland Aviation and Reabe Spraying Service Coordinator: Trudy Jones Location: Coughlin Center, Maximum: 50
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21) Make Movement Easier Learn to make every day breathing and movement more comfortable, less painful and with much less strain on your body. Dr. Eric will guide you through several breathing movement lessons using Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and the Feldenkrais Method. The goal of these movements are to “Make the impossible possible, the possible easy and the easy elegant”. Join with a curious mind, comfortable clothing and a willingness to learn some new moves! Date: Tuesday, November 9, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Dr. Eric Koehler, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT Coordinator: Jim Krueger Location: Miravida Living – Carmel Residence, Maximum: 50
22) Learning in Tanzania Discover what women in Tanzania are doing to improve their social challenges such as education, HIV/AIDS and poverty. Visiting non-profits and non-government organizations on five trips has provided Dr. Carmen Heider and Dr. Liz Cannon with a wealth of information to share with us. Explore the most rewarding aspects of travel to Tanzania such as the customs, traditions, and iconic places like Mt. Kilimanjaro and Ngorongaro Crater. Date: Friday, November 12, 2021 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 pm Presenters: Dr. Liz Cannon, Director, UWO LGBTQ+ Resource Center, Senior Lecturer, Women's & Gender Studies & Dr. Carmen Heider, Professor, UWO Communications Dept Coordinator: Dixie Laehn Location: UWO Sage Hall Room 1210, Maximum: 100 (There is a class until 1:40 pm, please do not arrive before 1:40 pm.)
23) Biden Administration Foreign Policy One Year In The Biden Administration had inherited an extremely difficult international situation where it has to reconcile the need for cooperation to address global crises with the status anxiety brought about by United States' relative decline over the past two decades. Trump Administration has clearly prioritized the former over the latter, being willing to abandon cooperation for the sake of #AmericaFirst. What choices has Biden Administration made so far? Date: Tuesday, November 16, 2021 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm Presenter: Dr. Mike Jasinski, UWO Professor of Political Science. Coordinator: Barb Schmitz Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
24) LIR PLAYTIME: “A Bear in Winter” A New Play written & directed by Richard Kalinoski A Bear in Winter explores the struggle of Pete Angelini, a small college football coach who loses his way after he is suddenly fired six years after a championship season. Pete’s mother, Katherine, an elderly woman and former athlete is a source of solace for Pete but over time Katherine is stricken with dementia and Pete is confronted with devastating solitude—mitigated by a vexing but charming interloper and later, an unlikely new friend. A two act play which leads quietly towards a story of love discovered and identity restored. Date: Sunday, November 21, 2021 Time: 2:00 Performance; Followed by a Talkback with playwright/director Richard Kalinoski Location: UW Oshkosh Theatre Arts Center, 1010 Algoma Blvd. Coordinator: Mary Bayorgeon Cost: $9.00 Please note: There will not be a meal as part of this program. However, members can go out for lunch/brunch on their own before the play, if desired. LIR is affiliated with UW Oshkosh Division of Online and Continuing Education - Page | 9
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25) Court Administration in Wisconsin – With a Pandemic An overview of court administration of the circuit courts of Wisconsin will be provided by an insider with many years of experience both in and outside Wisconsin. Jon Bellows is the court administrator for Wisconsin’s fourth judicial district comprised of Winnebago, Fond du Lac, Calumet, Manitowoc and Sheboygan counties. He will also describe a few of the many obstacles he and the circuit courts encountered during the Covid-19 pandemic. Date: Monday, November 22, 2021 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am Presenter: Jon Bellows, District 4 Court Administrator Coordinator: Jerry Lang Location: Coughlin Center, Maximum: 50
26) The Legacy of the Athearn Hotel The history of the Athearn Hotel still looms large over downtown Oshkosh nearly six decades since its demolition. When it opened in 1891, the Athearn Hotel rivaled most hotels in the state with its beauty and opulence. But in the early 1960's, its age and shifting trends in travel and economics doomed it to the demolition ball. Librarian Michael McArthur will take a look at the rise and fall of one of Oshkosh's most iconic landmarks. Date: Tuesday, November 30, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Michael McArthur, Local Historian & Genealogy Librarian Oshkosh Public Library Coordinator: Dixie Laehn Location: Oshkosh Seniors Center South Building, Maximum: 50
27) Coral Reefs: The Wisconsin Connection Coral reefs are some of the most spectacular and endangered ecosystems on Earth. Living in Wisconsin, we might not realize that we are connected to these alien submarine worlds in ancient and modern oceans. We will explore the essential connections and learn how these relate to Earth’s climate and life. Date: Thursday, December 2, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 pm Presenter: Dr. Eric Hiatt, Chair, UWO Geology Department Coordinator: Nathalie Moore Location: Oshkosh Seniors Center South Building, Maximum: 50
28) Winnebago County Overdose Fatality Review (OFR) The purpose of this team is to prevent overdose deaths. The team accomplishes this purpose by examining individual, organizational, and systems level factors related to overdose deaths that occur in Winnebago County. The reviews focus on systems level change to prevent future deaths and not on identifying fault in organizations or individuals connected to the death being reviewed. Join Jennifer and Stephanie as they present the latest annual review of this community challenge. Date: Monday, December 6, 2021 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am Presenters: Jennifer Skolaski, OFR Facilitator and Stephanie Gyldenvand, Winnebago County Health Department Coordinator: Jim Krueger Location: Coughlin Center, Maximum: 50
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29) Everything Google Google does everything! Learn about how to search in Google using only your voice. A Google account is FREE and easy, and it gives you 15GB of data storage for photos or documents. Learn how to save photos and automatically backup your device. The class will also show you how to use Google Maps to walk, drive, or take public transportation to any location in the world. Everything Google will show you how to maximize your options for storing photos, finding information, and saving and sharing documents. Life is easier with Google! Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021 Time: 1:30 – 3:00 pm Presenter: Stephanie Carlin, Oshkosh Seniors Center Connect with Tech Coordinator: Julie Kiefer Location: Oshkosh Seniors Center South Building, Maximum: 50
30) Great Reads of 2021 Review many of the outstanding books of the past year. Mike will include both fiction and non-fiction in his talk and will provide lists of the books so you can plan your reading for the year ahead. Date: Monday, December 13, 2021 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Michael McArthur, Local Historian & Genealogy Librarian Oshkosh Public Library Coordinator: Lois Hedge Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
31) Culture of Poverty When people think of poverty, middle class, and wealth, they generally think about how much money and assets someone has or does not have. This workshop will be looking at socioeconomic status through a “cultural” lens. People in different socioeconomic statuses operate from a set of “hidden rules” that help make life in their socioeconomic statuses adaptive, but these same “rules” become maladaptive when someone is trying to navigate a different socioeconomic status. This workshop will teach you what “hidden rules” schools, workplaces, and agencies operate from, and will give some strategies to help those who do not know these “rules” to learn them so they can be more successful in school, the workplace, and working with agencies. Date: Tuesday, January 11, 2022 Time: 10:00 – 12:00 noon* This is a 90-minute presentation with time for Q & A Presenter: Al Rolph, M.S.W., C.S.W, Social Worker for the Salvation Army of Oshkosh Coordinator: Bill Bracken Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
32) Stop Conflict C.O.L.D. In our polarized society, we have forgotten how to disagree without becoming disagreeable. Michael Rust, CEO of the Winnebago Conflict Resolution Center, has built a four-step process for resolving conflicts that you can use in your life. This process has been built over his experience with more than 2,000 conflicts - from multi-million-dollar business disputes down to a $17 landscaping bill. Date: Wednesday, January 19, 2022 Time: 10 - 11:30 am Presenter: Michael D. Rust, J.D. Coordinator: Lee Prellwitz Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
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33) Adventures in Analytical Chemistry (Beyond CSI) Kevin Crawford, an analytical chemist will talk about many of the consulting projects he has been involved with over two decades. He puts his ability to measure low levels of chemicals to use to diagnose and solve issues including environmental contamination, animal care concerns, manufacturing troubleshooting, drug testing, and product development. He will also talk about how he has incorporated some of this work into his teaching and how students have been involved. Date: Thursday, January 20, 2022 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm Presenter: Kevin Crawford, UWO Professor of Chemistry Coordinator: Barb Schmitz Location: Evergreen, Maximum: 50
Course Locations
UW Oshkosh Campus Locations Lincoln Hall, 608 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh (Corner of Wisconsin St. and Algoma Blvd) Use entrance door #3 at the east end of the parking lot. Note: The office will issue permits to registered participants for programs scheduled at this location.
Sage Hall, 835 High Ave, Oshkosh Parking is available in lot 7, between Sage Hall and Kolf Sports Center. Parking for LIR courses held at this location will be free and does NOT require a UWO parking permit.
UW Oshkosh Theatre Arts Center, 1010 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh (Corner of Algoma Blvd and Woodland Ave.) Free Parking is available during performances, the closest lots are #4 on Woodland Ave and # 29 across from the theater.
Off Campus Locations Evergreen, 1130 N. Westfield, Oshkosh, WI 54902 Miravida Living – Carmel Residence, 220 N. Westfield Street, Oshkosh, WI 54902 Coughlin Center, 625 E County Rd Y, Winnebago, WI 54903 Oshkosh Seniors Center, 220 North Campbell Street, Oshkosh, WI 54902 Oak Park Place, 2205 Midway Rd, Menasha, WI 54952
Coach Bus Pick-up Location for Tours For the two Mosquito Hill tours please plan to meet in the parking lot of Rogan’s Shoes, 2145 S. Koeller Street, Oshkosh. This is the same location used in the past. The bus will arrive approximately 15 minutes prior to departure time. Please be at the pickup location prior to departure (so no later than 12:00 pm).
9) TOUR: Native Plants Through the Four Seasons Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021 Time: Bus Arrives: 12 pm and Departs 12:15 pm; Program: 1:30 - 3:00 pm; ETA Return: 4 pm
19) TOUR: Snug Under the Snow: Hibernation and Torpor Date: Tuesday, November 2, 2021 Time: Bus Arrives: 12 pm and Departs 12:15 pm; Program: 1:30 - 3:00 pm; ETA Return: 4 pm
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September 2021
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 1) Reader’s Choice 2-3:30 pm Virtual Course
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 4) Changes in Membership 5) Huey: Saving 2) Garden Labor Day Policing over Committee an Icon of the Group UWO Closed 35 years 10-11 am Vietnam War 10-11:30 am 1-2:30 pm 10-11:30 am
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 6) Interplay 7) Shakespeare’s between Meds A Winter’s Tale & Nutrition 1-2:30 pm 10-11:30 am
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Admin/ Curriculum 7) Shakespeare’s Finance Committee A Winter’s Tale Committee 10-11:30 am 1-2:30 pm 10-11:30 am
26 27 28 29 30 8) Corrections 3) Life Story Steering in Wisconsin Writing Group Committee 1-2:30 pm 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am
TOUR 9) Native Plants Through Four Seasons @ Mosquito Hill 12:00 – 4:00pm
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October 2021
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 2) Garden Group 10-11:30 am
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10) It Seems 7) Like Only Shakespeare’s Yesterday A Winter’s Tale 10-11:30 am 1-2:30 pm
1) Reader’s Choice 2-3:30 Virtual Course 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 11) E-Book Membership 12) Ranking Publishing Committee One-Term 10-11:30 am 10-11 am Presidents 1:30-3 pm
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 13: LIR 14) AARP - 15) Judicial 16) Life In The Playtime: HomeFit Activism or Fast Lane “Moon for the 1:30-3 pm Restraint 2-3:30 pm Misbegotten” 1:30-3 pm 2 pm
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 17) Lemurs, Curriculum Steering 18) Climate Chameleons, Committee Committee Change & Baobab Trees 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am Wildlife & More Behavior 1:30- 1-2:30 pm 3 pm
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November 2021 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 TOUR 1) Reader’s 20) Aerial 2) Garden 19) Snug Choice Seeding and Group Under the 2-3:30 pm Spraying 10-11:30 am Snow - Virtual Course 1:30-3:00 pm Mosquito Hill 12:00-4:00 pm
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 21) Make Membership 22) Learning Movement Committee Veterans in Tanzania Easier 10-11 am Day 2:00-3:30 pm 1:30-3 pm
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Admin/ 23) Biden Curriculum Steering Finance Administration Committee Committee Committee Foreign Policy 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am One Year In 1-2:30 pm
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 24) LIR 25) Court Playtime: Admin in WI Thanksgiving “A Bear in with a Winter” Pandemic UWO Closed 2 pm 10-11:30 am
28 29 30 26) Legacy of Athearn Hotel 1:30-3 pm
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December 2021
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 1) Reader’s 27) Coral 2) Garden Choice Reefs the WI Group 2-3:30 pm Connection 10-11:30 am Virtual Course 1:30-3 pm
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 28) Winnebago 29) Everything Membership County Google Committee Overdose 1:30-3 pm 10-11am Fatality Review 10-11:30 am
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 30) Great Steering Reads of 2021 Committee 1:30-3 pm 10-11:30 am
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UWO Closed Christmas
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UWO Closed
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January 2022
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1) Reader’s Choice 2-3:30 pm Virtual Course
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 31) Culture of Poverty 10am-12pm
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 MKL, Jr. Day 32) Stop 33)Adventures UWO Closed Conflict COLD in Analytical 10-11:30 am Chemistry 1-2:30 pm
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Admin/ 3) Life Story Curriculum Steering Finance Writing Group Committee Committee Committee 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am 10-11:30 am
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THANK YOU! Learning in Retirement extends its thanks and appreciation to the individuals and organizations listed below who have given their time, shared and added their wealth of knowledge and skill to the enrichment of the programs from which our members benefited greatly this past semester.
Thank you to our past guest presenters from Spring 2021:
Dr. Laurence Carlin – Dean, UWO Honors Dr. JJ Allen - Hometown Pharmacy Program, UW Oshkosh Dr. Willa Fornetti, DO, MS – Primary Care Sports Sara Steffes Hansen - Chair and Associate Medicine, Aurora Professor of Journalism, UW Oshkosh Stephanie Carlin – Oshkosh Healthy Michael Jasinski – Professor, Political Science, Neighborhoods UW Oshkosh Chris Henry - EAA Aviation Museum M. Elsbeth McPhee - Associate Professor, Environmental Studies and Biology, UW Oshkosh Emily Rock - Oshkosh Public Museum
Dr. Tony Palmeri – Professor, Communications Nathaniel Frank – Owner, M-Toxins’ Venom Lab Department, UW Oshkosh Amy Albright - Executive Director, Oshkosh Kevin Crawford - Professor of Chemistry, Convention & Visitors Bureau UW Oshkosh Eric Rasmussen - Deputy Director, Winnebago Bill Urbrock - Emeritus Professor, UW Oshkosh County Emergency Management
Dr. Judy Westphal, PhD, RN - Dean, College of Jessica Miller and Adam Brandt - Mosquito Hill Nursing, UW Oshkosh Nature Center
Dr. Wendy Bauer, PhD, RN - Associate Professor, Michael McArthur and Justine Elliot - Oshkosh College of Nursing, UW Oshkosh Public Library
Dr. Carmen Heider – Professor, Communications Tricia Rathermel - Greater Oshkosh Economic Department., UW Oshkosh Development Corporation
Mark Rohloff - Oshkosh City Manager Melissa Weyland - Oshkosh Food Co-op
Mike Stanley - Oshkosh Fire Chief Julie Maslowski - Attorney, Young & Maslowski
Jennifer Skolaski - Community and Nonprofit Dr. Betty Amuzu - Retired Professor, UW Leadership Consulting Milwaukee
Tom Fojtik - Executive Director, Oshkosh Area Jason Knoll - Chef, Evergreen Retirement Community Pantry Community
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